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OE08 RPU

2008 BMW 730

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

111,217 mi
Last recorded111,217 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 RPU
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2019 111,217 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 106,824 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Jun 2017 99,350 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 96,033 miles

n/s/f door damaged.

nail in o/s/r tyre

oil leak

Pass 13 Nov 2014 82,383 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 71,860 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2012 62,513 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 54,277 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 54,274 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

How Reliable is the BMW 730?

Based on 226,495 MOT tests across 21,689 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
7,857
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
21,689
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,448
position lamp(s) not working 2,801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 2,342
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,341
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,163
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OE08 RPU is a 2008 BMW 730 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 93,631 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 730 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,448 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OE08 RPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 730 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 730 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OE08 RPU registered?

OE08 RPU is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is OE08 RPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE08 RPU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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